What does it mean to be grateful? What does it mean to show gratitude? If someone had asked me these questions a few years ago I would have probably said that being grateful meant that you took nothing for granted and showing gratitude was to show thanks to those for whom you were grateful for. Now while this still holds true for me, I have a much deeper understanding of being grateful and showing gratitude – and here it goes.
Two weeks ago I embarked on a new journey with MetoMoi and officially launched my Women’s Wellness and Empowerment Circle. Kicking the circle off with a meet & greet, I opened my heart and let my vulnerability shine as I welcomed women into a space who were interested and perhaps a bit intrigued at what a health coach was and what the 8 week session would entail. Coming in with no expectation (because that eliminates disappointment) I connected with women whom I didn’t know but had a willingness and desire to begin living their optimal life.
As I told my story, shared a little bit of who I was (wife, mom, daughter…you know all the social labels we create for ourselves) explained what I did professionally, clarified what a health coach was, while creating the space for these women to speak their story, I found myself very in tune to the words that I was saying. Not because what I was saying didn’t make sense to me or wasn’t true, but because here I was ACTUALLY living out something that seemed like such a dream only a short while ago.
I mean I need to be real about who I am. I am a planner. I am someone who for the most part takes calculated risks. Though I may be wild in personality, I am detailed and meticulous in the steps I take in most circumstances and yet here I was amongst these women in a space where they were seeking my wisdom, my knowledge, my expertise, my strength, my guidance… like HOLY FUCK!
There is something very sobering about knowing that when you come from a place of authenticity, love and vulnerability, that true gratitude presents itself.
I am grateful because I am living my purpose. I am grateful because I am no longer allowing myself to hide from my gift. I am grateful because I know I am in alignment. And I am showing gratitude by showing up in a real way for these women as they deposit into their greatness.
